Sadly disgusted we are only too aware that people are
not fully aware of our presence (except when certain members are out
at night!) So everybody- please spread the word. Let your friends,
neighbours, schoolmates and teachers know a great time can be had in
Cobholm that is healthy, fun and legal.
Youth News
A flourishing group of 6-10 year olds meet at the Cobholm
ground each Sunday at 10am. So far this year there has been contact
with 30 children. The demand to ensure ever-improving participation
and supervision in small groups means more help is urgently needed.
You do not need to be an expert, since David and Gary are there to lead
the session, but if you can spare 2 hours one Sunday per month (or more
if you wish) please speak to David, Gary or Simon. Support to gain
the appropriate qualification will be available. Additional assistance
in manning the sweet counter might make someone’s life all the sweeter.
U12's
A fixture list has been arranged for all ages up to
12 years. The first fixture was the Under 12 vs. Lakenham and Hewitt.
12 boys and girls represented Broadland RFC, acquitting
themselves and the club well. In truth they were a credit to themselves,
their families and their coaches. It was especially warming to see
so many smiling faces before, during and after the games. Post match
statistics are somewhat vague and lost in the euphoria of the day.
It is believed the match was drawn 6 tries each.
Forthcoming fixtures:
- 19 November vs. Beccles Away. All
ages up to 12.
- 17 December vs. Lakenham and Hewitt
Away U12
U15's
The U15 squad is developing and again all the boys appear to enjoy
the games and the training. As always even more lads and adults turning
out would only have positive benefit. Additional help at training is
urgently needed to further aid development
Results
- Away to Fakenham - won 10-14.
- Away to L&Y - lost 31-5.
- Away to L&Y - won 5-15.
More fixtures to follow...
Thus far this age group has been using the 3rd
team kit. In truth this has not presented the club in the best of lights
especially when compared with that of the U13 team, which was provided
with help from the Tudor and Hunt Engineering. (For this the youth and
we are grateful. It looks splendid)
It would be nice to raise sufficient money to purchase
a proper kit for the boys whose enthusiasm deserves this commitment.
Yet as always it is difficult to raise the £700 necessary. Are you
a parent or other interested party? Can you help by co-ordinating fund
raising ideas? Does your company support such community ventures and
are they willing to see their name and logo on the team kit? If you
can help in any way please speak to Andy either on Sunday mornings at
Cobholm or on 781229.
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Norfolk Representation
The following have been selected to join the Norfolk
U15 Squad.
- Kyle Rogers
- Jack Lovett
- Jonathan Clay.
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Science Update
Scientists have recently announced astonishing new
findings concerning beer in Britain. Researchers have identified female
hormones in Anglian Ale! A sample 100 male volunteers were tested and
after 12 pints of beer 100% gained weight, talked excessively without
making sense, became emotional and could not drive a car!
Broadland Merchandising
The following are available from stock.
Shorts Red: 2 x pairs 38 in.
Shorts Black: 2 x pairs 38 in, 1 x pair 36 in, 1 x
pair 34 in. @ £15 each.
1 x Red Training Trousers, Size small @ £20
3 x 1994 French Tour Polo shirts @ £7:50 each
6 x black club sweat shirts @ £10
8 x white Youth Tour T shirts @ £5 each
Please see Travis Ward for these or to order new items.
Travis tells me he hopes to develop a small stock but will need deposits
to order specific items. Posters will be on display in the clubhouse
and changing room.
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Vice Presidents Lunches
The complete diary for these important social occasions
is contained within the Fixture Card. If you can handle a 4-course
meal with wine for a mere £15 per person book in by telephoning Sue
on 657052. The next dates are:
- 9 December 2000.
- 13 January 2001. (This will also be the very
first one of the new millennium…. Honest!)
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Subscriptions
As always some subscriptions are late. Please pay
quickly. Not only does this maintain financial solvency but ensures
that you players are insured by the RFU organised scheme. We would
remind you, though, that if you require sickness cover on a regular
basis for non-permanent injuries you must organise this yourself. Why
not give Mark a call at Home Mortgages Search. The number is in the
fixture card.
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Thoughts From The Chairman
Well here it is at last - the latest edition of ‘The
Line-out’ and my first musings as Chairman.
Since the last editor retired it's been difficult finding someone to
take on the job of producing what is a vital part of the communication
within the Club. This edition is only possible because Andy Ruddick
has managed to find a bit of spare time to get it all together. If there's
anybody out there who is interested in taking it on please let me know.
Without some form of newsletter it is very hard for people to know
what is going on and who's doing what. As an example, apart from the
few members present at the AGM how many of you knew that, due to a well
planned operation from certain people, who shall remain nameless, I
got voted in as chairman? How many of you know who the Club President
is or the Equipment Officer? Perhaps to most of you the Committee is
something remote and you don't know or care what goes on behind the
scenes but without those people who put in the time to do these things
the Club would not exist. If anyone has any thoughts or ideas on the
running of the Club they are welcome to attend meetings or talk to me
or any of the other Committee members.
As Chairman for this year I see the Club as having two main objectives:
1. On the field to gain promotion in the Eastern
Counties League, and
2. Off the field to make the Club better known
in the town.
Results for the 1st team have improved and if the present
winning streak can be maintained there is every possibility that the
first objective can be attained. If anyone has any ideas on the second
please let me know.
That's enough from me for now, if any of you have read
this far, well done you can look forward to more of my musings/rambles
in the next edition - if there is one.
Graham Clarke
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Quote of the Week
“I have not spoken to my wife in a month. It’s not
that we’ve fallen out…I just don’t want to interrupt her!”
“English law
prohibits a man from marrying his mother in law. This is a perfect
example of totally unnecessary legislation.”
"Anon to protect the guilty. So girls how about
hearing from you now?"
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CAP’Ns
CORNER
When I went for this captain lark, nobody told me that
it would actually involve me getting’ off my backside and organising things!….…(You
haven’t noticed the difference, I hear you saying). However, here we
are two months and thirty 1st XV players into the ‘new’ season.
……….oh yeah, watch out for that dyke!!
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Graham
Thompson, Tigers Captain, writes:
Firstly thank you to everyone who voted to allow me
to captain the Tigers. I hope I can do the job as well as previous
captains.
This season has seen the new merit table for Norfolk.
The team has not had as good a start as we all would like, but there
a signs that it is coming together. I know the team is working to overcome
any problems but I cannot stress enough the need for every player to
attend training – not just for personal fitness but the constructive
drills, which can then be put into the game on Saturday. This can only
be done to full effect if you have practised them to the fullest.
Attendance at the next team building event is mandatory.
The night out is scheduled for December 2nd. Please check
for details of where to meet.
Tommo’s Tips
1. Always remember Slimfast is great with chips!
2. If your kids are playing too near the fire hang
a picture of the front row on the mantelpiece to scare them away!
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